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D. Parvaz26 Feb 2012 08:13 GMT
A tycoon known more for being a playboy than politically active, Prokhorov is running in Russia's presidential poll.
Al Jazeera staff05 Mar 2012 01:38 GMT
Popular prime minister and twice former president has brushed aside protests against his rule in bid for third term.
Al Jazeera staff26 Feb 2012 08:15 GMT
Communist party's Zyuganov and A Just Russia's Mironov call for a return to the socialist model.
Al Jazeera staff26 Feb 2012 10:04 GMT
The outspoken right-wing nationalist tells Russians to vote for him or "it will get worse".
Features
Yasmine Ryan04 Mar 2012 15:56 GMT
Under Putin, a new middle class has emerged, but socio-economic changes haven't yet translated into political clout.
Christopher True04 Mar 2012 07:47 GMT
Opposition members hope a victory for Vladimir Putin will allow him to reconsider policy towards Damascus.
Christopher True02 Mar 2012 19:24 GMT
With a male life expectancy of 62 and a shrinking population, Russia's demographic decline has become an election issue.
Christopher True29 Feb 2012 16:15 GMT
Protesters at pro-Putin and opposition rallies tell Al Jazeera what they hope to achieve.
Several candidates running for Russia's presidential election are seeking to exploit growing nationalistic sentiments.
Last Modified: 01 Mar 2012 10:44 GMT
Moscow residents tell Al Jazeera which candidates they preferred in the poll for next leader of the nation.
Last Modified: 04 Mar 2012 16:09 GMT
Calls for fair elections and issues such as country's chronic demographic and corruption problems dominate campaigning.
Last Modified: 28 Feb 2012 07:19 GMT
Getting one's name on the ballot sheet for the presidential election is mission impossible for most aspiring candidates.
Last Modified: 28 Feb 2012 07:12 GMT
Programmes
Inside Story06 Mar 2012 10:06 GMT
As Putin returns to serve a third term as president, we ask if Russia is heading in the right direction.
Inside Story25 Feb 2012 12:40 GMT
Inside Story asks if victory for the Russian prime minister in upcoming presidential election is a foregone conclusion.
The Stream07 Feb 2012 17:27 GMT
Anti-Putin activists find creative ways to speak out ahead of elections.
Listening Post26 Jan 2012 11:30 GMT
A look at why Russia Today is more interested in reviving the Cold War than reporting on real Russian stories.
More News
An in-depth look at where Russia's presidential candidates stand on foreign policy, the economy and more.
Last Modified: 26 Feb 2012 09:59 GMT
Opposition supporters have staged a series of protests since Russia's disputed parliamentary elections in December.
Last Modified: 28 Feb 2012 07:34 GMT
In his final rally before Sunday's presidential election, Mikhail Prokhorov, with an estimated wealth of about $18bn, addresses Russians voters who see his business experience as key to improving their country.
Last Modified: 03 Mar 2012 15:43 GMT
With little changed since December's disputed poll, the advantages appear stacked in favour of a Putin presidency.
Last Modified: 26 Feb 2012 08:16 GMT
President orders examination of charges against jailed ex-oil tycoon, believed by many to be politically motivated.
Last Modified: 05 Mar 2012 16:55 GMT
Victory seems certain for current prime minister, despite wave of protests, economic problems and tension with the West.
Last Modified: 03 Mar 2012 21:08 GMT
Russian prime minister expected to win Sunday's presidential elections, as opposition plans demonstration in Moscow.
Last Modified: 03 Mar 2012 15:48 GMT
Facing biggest challenge yet in 12 years of rule, PM rejects demand for election rerun but promises "clean" March vote.
Last Modified: 28 Dec 2011 01:34 GMT
Kremlin panel says it has proof of mass violations in parliamentary poll, as anti-Putin protests erupt across country.
Last Modified: 25 Dec 2011 03:57 GMT
Opposition figurehead Alexei Navalny cheered by supporters after spending 15 days in police custody over protests.
Last Modified: 21 Dec 2011 09:09 GMT
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